Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
Nearly 40 years after it was built and 15 years after its last renovation, the Clarion Hotel Marina & Conference Center along the city’s waterfront is getting a makeover.